February 25, 2019 — Pope Francis concluded the four-day "Meeting on the Protection of Minors in the Church" with 190 Catholic bishops on Sunday, vowing that the church will "decisively confront" the abuse of minors.Read more

Feburary 19, 2019 — The Jesuit Conference Office of Justice and Ecology, Kino Border Initiative, and the Ignatian Solidarity Network condemn President Trump’s unwarranted declaration of a national emergency on the U.S.-Mexico border.

February 15, 2019 — Feeling uninspired by our current crop of national political leaders this Presidents’ Day Weekend? Take heart – there are other possibilities.

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Since St. Ignatius bought a printing press in 1556, the Jesuits have been involved in communications. Today the Society of Jesus publishes a number of award-winning journals and publications. Click below to access our latest issues.

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Stages of Jesuit Formation with Fr. Chris Calderón, SJ

How long does it take to become a Jesuit priest or brother? Fr. Chris Calderón, SJ helps demystify the whole the process (known as formation) of a man becoming a Jesuit priest or brother. Learn more about what it takes to be a Jesuit at beajesuit.org.

The Jesuit Brother

Pray the "Anima Christi" with the brothers of the Society of Jesus.

What does Lent mean to you?

Fr. Scott Santarosa, SJ, provincial of the Jesuits' West Province, reflects upon Lent.

Understanding the Priestly Ordination Ceremony

This video gives a unique glimpse into an ordination ceremony with Fr. Radmar Jao, SJ, explaining the process of the ordination ceremony.

Our Mission

To work for reconciliation every day — with God, with human beings and with the environment

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Jesuit Parishes and Retreat Centers

There are 66 Jesuit parishes and 22 retreat centers in the United States. Jesuit parishes are situated in inner cities, suburbs, rural outposts and on college campuses and Native American reservations. Jesuit retreat centers can be found in places ranging from New England's rocky coast to the foothills of the Rockies and the rustic trails of Santa Clara Valley. They are part of urban landscapes, too.

St. Peter Catholic Church

Founded in 1851, St. Peter Catholic Church is the oldest Catholic parish in Charlotte and has been staffed by the Jesuits since 1986.